Benefits for youth registered in the Cadets program:

• Develop transferable skills: Gain leadership, conflict resolution, and other career-relevant abilities.
• Free participation: The Cadet Corps program is free thanks to funding from the Calgary Police Youth Foundation with uniforms and equipment provided.
• Earn school credits: Participation may count towards school credits.
• Improve fitness: Engage in activities that challenge and enhance physical fitness.
• Specialized training: Learn marksmanship and first aid.
• Exclusive insights: Get a behind-the-scenes look at the Calgary Police Service.
• Community involvement: Participate in events like the Stampede Parade, Remembrance Day ceremonies, and the Police Memorial in Edmonton.
• Adventure opportunities: Attend camps and experience activities such as horse riding and outdoor survival skills.
• Join the Cadet Pipe Band: Learn to play the pipes or drums with provided instruments and lessons.
• Build friendships: Make new friends and connect with peers.

The Calgary Police Cadet Corps runs Thursday nights from 5:45 p.m. to 9:15 pm., from September to May, at the Calgary Police Service Headquarters (5111 47 Street N.E., Calgary, Alta). There are also weekend exercises and volunteering opportunities throughout the year.

The application process is open from Nov. 1 to March 31 for the following year’s intake. New applicants have to be at least 16-years-of-age as of the next September intake.

If you’re interested in joining the Cadets, submit the completed application and security clearance forms to cadet_corps@calgarypolice.ca.

For more information, check out the Calgary Police Cadet Corps website.